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YG58 VUC

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,322 mi
Last recorded57,322 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 VUC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 57,322 miles

everything under vehicle has a thick covering of underseal

Fail 6 Apr 2022 57,311 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted bolt missing from caliper (1.1.16 (c) (i))

everything under vehicle has a thick covering of underseal

Pass 2 Mar 2021 56,598 miles

underseal applied to underneath vehicle

Fail 30 Jul 2020 56,576 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 54,769 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 52,102 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 45,761 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 45,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 45,570 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 43,803 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 36,408 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 28,519 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8?

Based on 304,386 MOT tests across 25,254 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,376
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
25,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,515
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 8,979
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,088
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 6,762
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YG58 VUC is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,719 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG58 VUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG58 VUC registered?

YG58 VUC is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is YG58 VUC safe to buy?

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